If you have a tip concerning a crime, call the Sartell Police Department at 320-251-8186 or Tri-County Crime Stoppers at 320-255-1301 or access its tip site at www.tricountycrimestoppers.org. Crime Stoppers offers rewards up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for crimes.
Jan. 9
7:55 p.m. Welfare check. 11th Avenue E. A report was made regarding a male sending suicidal text messages. Officers arrived and spoke with the male and found he was upset but did not intend to harm himself. A family member stated they would stay and care for him through the evening. No further assistance was needed.
Jan. 10
4:47 p.m. Domestic. Riverside Avenue N. A report was made regarding a physical fight between an adult male and an adult female. Officers arrived and found evidence regarding a physical altercation. An adult male was placed under arrest without incident and the female was transported to her residence.
5:07 p.m. Drive-off. Twin Rivers Court. A report was made regarding an adult male failing to pay for gas before leaving. An officer located the male, who stated he didn’t realize he forgot to pay. The male returned to the store and paid for the gas.
Jan. 11
5:11 p.m. Juvenile. Seventh Street N. A report was made regarding two underage intoxicated males. An officer located the boys and found they were intoxicated. They were both issued citations and released to their family’s care.
9:28 p.m. Medical. Oak Pond Drive. An adult male had fallen inside his residence and requested assistance getting back up. Officers arrived and assisted the male. He stated he needed no further help.
Jan. 12
2:37 a.m. Suspicious activity. Seventh Avenue S. A report was made regarding loud sounds and flashes coming from an unknown area. Officers checked the area and were unable to hear the sounds or locate a source.
10:36 a.m. Public assist. CR 120. A report was made regarding a vehicle stalled in the roadway. An officer provided safety lights until the vehicle was towed and then transported the driver back to her residence.
Jan. 13
4:45 a.m. Motorist assist. Seventh Street N. While on patrol, an officer located a vehicle that was sounding the horn over and over. The driver stated the horn kept going off for unknown reasons. The car was parked for the evening and the officer transported the driver to her residence.
8:26 p.m. Suspicious vehicle. Corrine Creek. A report was made regarding an unknown vehicle driving through a neighborhood and continually stopping. An officer searched the area but was unable to locate the vehicle.
Jan. 14
7:41 a.m. Medical. First Street NE. An elderly female had fallen inside her residence. Officers assisted in lifting the patient for transport to the hospital.
6:53 p.m. Juvenile. Connecticut Avenue S. A report was made regarding an out-of-control juvenile female. Officers arrived and spoke to the female, who stated she would remain calm for the evening. The homeowner stated she did not want her to stay in the residence. The juvenile was transported to a safe residence for the remainder of the night.
Jan. 15
9:35 a.m. Suspicious person. First Avenue N. A complaint was made regarding an adult male knocking on doors in the neighborhood. An officer located the male and found he was attempting to give quotes to residents. He was informed of the city ordinance and agreed to leave the area.
9:58 a.m. Unlocked door. 10th Avenue N. While on patrol, an officer noticed a service door ajar. The officer attempted contact with the resident and secured the door.
9:50 p.m. Medical. Seventh Street N. An emergency call was placed stating an adult female was having difficulty breathing. An officer arrived and provided oxygen until the patient could be transported to the hospital.
Jan. 16
10:44 p.m. Domestic. Third Street N. A report was made regarding a juvenile male and an adult male fighting. Officers arrived and found both parties separated and calm. Officers spoke with all parties and found no further assistance was needed.
Jan. 17
11:51 a.m. Welfare check. CR 1. A report was made regarding a bike that was located on ice, on the Sauk River. An officer located the bike and was unable to locate anyone around. The bike tracks seemed as though the bike was pushed onto the ice and not ridden. Due to officer safety, the bike was left until the ice is thicker.
7:01 p.m. Agency assist. 15th Street Court. Officers were requested to assist a neighboring agency during a domestic incident. An officer assisted in taking an adult male into custody.
Jan. 18
10:51 a.m. Verbal. Riverside Avenue S. A report was made regarding two adult males arguing. Officers arrived and were able to diffuse the situation. Both parties stated they needed no further assistance.
6:19 p.m. Motorist assist. Second Street S. A vehicle was stalled in the roadway. The driver stated assistance was on the way. The officer provided safety lights and traffic control until the vehicle was removed.
Jan. 19
7:39 a.m. Theft. An adult female was witnessed leaving a store with unpaid merchandise. The vehicle and stolen items were located. The female was placed under arrest without incident.
4:05 p.m. Medical. CR 1. A report was made regarding a small child swallowing and choking on a penny. The child had thrown the penny back up upon officer arrival. Officers monitored the child until she was transported to the hospital.